Yosemite: Rock and reflection

In spring and early summer, take the flat one-mile hike to Mirror Lake, where Mt. Watkins is eerily reflected in the still water. Keep in mind that this lake is really a seasonal pond at this point. Without artificial help from the National Park Service, it may soon dry up altogether.

In spring and early summer, take the flat one-mile hike to Mirror Lake, where Mt. Watkins is eerily reflected in the still water. Keep in mind that this lake is really a seasonal pond at this point. Without artificial help from the National Park Service, it may soon dry up altogether. (Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times)

In spring and early summer, take the flat one-mile hike to Mirror Lake, where Mt. Watkins is eerily reflected in the still water. Keep in mind that this lake is really a seasonal pond at this point. Without artificial help from the National Park Service, it may soon dry up altogether.Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times